From the Mental Health Association of Oklahoma: Join a Virtual Support GroupNew members can sign up for a free statewide virtual support group through the Mental Health Assistance Center 1-918-585-1213 or 1-405-943-3700.

From the Mental Health Association of Oklahoma: Connecting You to Services through the Mental Health Assistance Center. Prevention means moving upstream from a potential mental health crisis. Diffusing a problem and helping individuals or families connect with resources can offer relief and hope. Exploring options for support and services helps people build strength and resilience. This is at the heart of the Mental Health Assistance Center: Screening, referral, and pro-bono counseling.

Mental Health Association of Oklahoma: Special Edition Podcasts. The latest episodes on the Mental Health Download are addressing important topics and issues facing the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Article, Mental Health and the COVID-19 Pandemic, providing a good summary of COVID-19 and the overall impact on mental health. A very good introductory article that could help “normalize” feelings and emotions and stressors for many people.